Want to be a Jameson brand ambassador? Here’s how to apply

Lulu AkakiMarch 24, 2014

Nelson Aseka, Pernod Ricard Africa Regional Brand Ambassador – Whiskies Pernod Ricard, a multinational organisation, present in more than 75 countries wo...

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Safaricom wants you happy on International Day of Happiness

James WamathaiMarch 20, 2014

Today is International Day of Happiness which is celebrated throughout the world on 20th March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on...

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Barclays Bank Revamps Its Business Banking Portfolio

Lulu AkakiMarch 18, 2014

Barclays Bank Kenya MD, Jeremy Awori Barclays Bank of Kenya, has re-launched its business banking portfolio aimed at servicing the commercial and enterprise...

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Samsung Introduces Air Track, a 3D plus sound technology music system

Lulu AkakiMarch 12, 2014

Airtrack HW-F750 Samsung has unveiled the Air Track featuring the world’s latest 3D Plus sound technology that enables listeners to enjoy a cinematic expe...

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Nokia targets app developers with Imaging SDK 1.1

James WamathaiMarch 8, 2014

Kenyan developers are set to benefit from the introduction of the latest version of the Nokia Imaging Software Development Kit (SDK). The software developme...

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Intel launches 64-bit Intel Atom processor

Lulu AkakiMarch 1, 2014

During a press conference at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Spain, Intel announced the launch of the 64-bit Intel Atom processor under the LTE advan...

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Sorry Uncle Obama: Wrong Hole

Dennis KiokoMarch 1, 2014

Obama cares about the gay of Uganda but not the women? (Image: Constantine Report http://www.constantinereport.com/christian-wingnut-scott-lively-claims-obama-...

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Moving ‘Black Women in Hollywood’ Acceptance Speech By Lupita Nyong’o

Staff WriterFebruary 28, 2014

Lupita Nyong'o won the Best Breakthrough Performance Award at the 7th annual Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon for her role in the film, 12 Years a Slave. H...

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Samsung’s Dust and Water Resistant Galaxy S5 is here

James WamathaiFebruary 25, 2014

Samsung yesterday unveiled their newest flagship phone, the Galaxy S5 , at their fifth Unpacked conference at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2014 in Barcel...

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Nokia launches the Asha 230 and Nokia 220

James WamathaiFebruary 25, 2014

Nokia 220 Nokia has announced two new budget phones at the Mobile World Congress (MWC 2014) in Barcelona, the Nokia 220 and Nokia Asha 230. The Nokia 220...

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Nokia unveils three Android Phones, Nokia X , Nokia X+ and Nokia XL

James WamathaiFebruary 25, 2014

Nokia has resisted joining the Android train for years even when they were not doing so well and the Android platform was awesome. That has now changed with t...

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WhatsApp to introduce free voice calls

James WamathaiFebruary 24, 2014

Mobile messaging service WhatsApp has announced today it will launch free voice calls by mid-year. Whatsapp co-founder and CEO Jan Kuom revealed the foray i...

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Airtel and Chase Bank offer unique VISA Debit Card on Airtel Money

Lulu AkakiFebruary 21, 2014

Airtel has partnered with Chase Bank to provide its Airtel Money subscribers in Kenya with a new Airtel Money Visa card. The Airtel Money VISA card will al...

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5 Things You Probably Did Not Know About Lupita Nyong’o

Mwende NgaoFebruary 20, 2014

Lupita Nyong'o at the Critics Choice Awards 2014 Lupita Nyong’o has become quite a world sensation, and with good reason. Her performance in the film, ‘...

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You can now get travel apps on the Windows Phone 8 platform

Lulu AkakiFebruary 19, 2014

  Nokia has announced the availability of business travel applications on the Windows Phone 8 platform. The new range of applications can now be ...

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The 6 types of undateable men

Mwende NgaoFebruary 17, 2014

Not every man is dateable and sadly, not all women realize this. There are particular kinds of men that women should avoid if they are looking to get into a...

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Jimmi Gathu is the President in new ZUKU TV Show State House

Staff WriterFebruary 13, 2014

Jimmi Gathu plays the President in a new ZUKU television show called State House. State House is an original modern day political drama that traverses th...

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5 great gifts to get your lady this valentine’s day

Lulu AkakiFebruary 11, 2014

Valentines day is almost here, and everyone is rushing about trying to get the perfect gift. Ladies already got gift ideas for their men. It's only fair tha...

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Start-up of the week: SokoText

James WamathaiFebruary 11, 2014

Suraj Gudka SokoText is an SMS based food pre-odering application that connect food vendors and retailers in the urban informal settlements with fresh produ...

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Electrafrique to host the Villagers band at Carnivore for monthly party

Lulu AkakiFebruary 11, 2014

Electrafrique is set to host The Villagers Band at Carnivore’s Simba Saloon for the second edition of its monthly party on the 15th of February 2014. Thi...

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Nairobi Restaurant Week has been extended to 12th February

James WamathaiFebruary 7, 2014

The inaugural Nairobi Restaurant Week which was to end yesterday has been extended to 12th February due to overwhelming demand. BREAKING. Over 20 restauran...

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Why my daughter will not be wearing frilly pink dresses

Faith OneyaFebruary 6, 2014

I have a little life growing inside me, and it amazes me each time she kicks that I am so blessed as to have been chosen as the channel through which this fei...

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Safaricom staff support orphaned and vulnerable children

Lulu AkakiFebruary 3, 2014

Zabibu Founder and members of her teaching staff A gala dinner hosted by the Safaricom Technology Division has raised over Ksh. 4 million to go towards the...

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Why are African countries obsessed with legislating bedroom matters?

Richie MaccsJanuary 29, 2014

There is a new obsession with legislating bedroom matters in Africa. Uganda did it, and its older brother Nigeria has done it. Add this to the many laws that ...

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2,000 KCPE students awarded Wings To Fly Secondary School Scholarships

Lulu AkakiJanuary 23, 2014

President Uhuru Kenyatta officially commissioned the fifth class of Equity Group Foundation’s scholarship program that will fund the education of 2,000 br...

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East African Cables kicks off children wellbeing initiative to propel sustainable development

Lulu AkakiJanuary 21, 2014

Regional cables and conductors manufacturer, East African Cables, has confirmed a long-term corporate commitment to help raise children’s wellbeing and em...

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12 Years a Slave set to show in Nairobi

Lulu AkakiJanuary 20, 2014

The highly-acclaimed award-winning film, 12 Years A Slave is set to officially be screened on Kenyan soil. The film will start showing on Friday 24 January ...

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Uganda tops African drinking contest

Staff WriterJanuary 17, 2014

image via Kenyans love to party and drink and you might think that they have the highest alcohol consumption rate in Africa but despite their prowess in Athlet...

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Electrafrique at Carnivore’s Simba Salon every third Saturday of the month

Lulu AkakiJanuary 16, 2014

Soon after premiering another monthly Electrafrique dance party dedicated to African music lovers in New York in conjunction with Okayafrica, Electrafrique wi...

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Over 50 restaurants to participate in inaugural Nairobi Restaurant Week

Lulu AkakiJanuary 14, 2014

The inaugural Nairobi Restaurant Week is set to take place from 30th January – 6th February 2014. Fifty of Nairobi’s finest restaurants came together fo...

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Top 10 places to visit in Kisumu

Denis NyakachJanuary 11, 2014

  Kisumu City forms part of the Western Tourism Circuit and offers so much more in terms of activities to do, what to see and places to visit. It forms ...

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5 resolutions that will make your 2014 awesome

Mwende NgaoJanuary 8, 2014

A new year is here and with that comes a chance to do better. Here are some great ways to start off your year. 1. Get healthier Health really is wealth. I...

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Westgate Didn’t Make Nairobi Boring, You Did

Samson NderiJanuary 6, 2014

Westgate Under Attack It was in the news that they intend to reopen Westgate in 2 years. That was one of the lingering questions about the mall and the land...

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Malaika Tribute Awards 2013 review and winners list

Lulu AkakiDecember 21, 2013

The second edition of the MalaikaT ribute Awards was held at a colorful gala at the Windsor Hotel. The awards were started in 2012 by award winning singer Dadd...

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Mosaic Ltd: A one stop shop for home decor products

Lashaun OmindeNovember 25, 2013

Mosaic Ltd, Galleria. The one place we find comfort and call our safe haven is our homes. We treasure the space, decor and every piece of furniture in it. T...

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Why the socialite trend is here to stay

Lashaun OmindeNovember 16, 2013

Huddah Monroe "Have you seen Huddah's half nude photo?" "Vera is looking sexy in her new photo." We have an array of young socialite ladies that have ...

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How to find your soulmate

Gloria MwanigaNovember 12, 2013

image via ‘Position yourself strategically’ ‘Look good always. You know men are visual’ ‘Start watching sports channels but first watch Stev...

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The health benefits of Olivia extra virgin olive oil

Annette MumbiNovember 1, 2013

With the rise in cases of lifestyle diseases like heart disease, some types of Cancer and Diabetes, it is no wonder that more health professionals emphasize...

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One dollar glasses win global innovation award

Lulu AkakiOctober 31, 2013

A low cost pair of wire and plastic spectacles has won a global innovation award. The one dollar glasses, developed by German Inventor Martin Aufmuth, took ...

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A chance to watch the solar eclipse in Sibiloi National Park

NjooroOctober 30, 2013

Sibiloi National Park has been chosen by astronomers as the best place to the eclipse on Nov 3 as it is only at the park where clear skies will occur. â€...

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The NationHela card explained

James WamathaiOctober 28, 2013

What is NationHela? Launched in August last year, NationHela is both an international money transfer service and a prepaid debit Visa card by the Nation ...

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TEDx Nairobi 2013: the city rebooted

Lulu AkakiOctober 28, 2013

TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design – three areas that are collectively shaping our future. TED is an annual event where some of the world’...

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